Stromanthe porteana
Stromanthe porteana Gris
Stromanthe porteana is a species in the Marantaceae family, native to Brazil. It is found in the Northeast and Southeast regions of the country. The species was first described in 1858 by Gris.
Description
Stromanthe porteana belongs to the genus Stromanthe within the Marantaceae family, commonly known as the prayer plant family. It is indigenous to Brazil, specifically the Northeast and Southeast regions. The species was formally published in 1858 by the author Gris. As a member of the Marantaceae family, it shares characteristics typical of this group, such as ornamental foliage and a tropical growth habit. No additional ecological or morphological details are provided in the source data.
Distribution
BR · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast
Synonyms
Maranta affinisMaranta porteanaMaranta porteana
